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Moxikind-TZ Tablet
Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAmoxycillin (500 mg) + Tinidazole (300 mg)
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Description
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is a combination of antibiotics, namely Amoxycillin and Tinidazole. It is used orally to treat many types of bacterial infections of the stomach, intestine and urinary tract. Your doctor may also prescribe this medicine to treat sexually transmitted diseases. Moxikind-TZ Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria and prevents further spread.
Moxikind-TZ Tablet should be taken with food and every day at the same time to get the desired result. Take the tablet as a whole without crushing or breaking it. Avoid consuming more than the prescribed dose and make sure that the course of treatment must be completed as directed by your doctor.
Moxikind-TZ Tablet show some side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and skin rash. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist for a long time. Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known allergy to it and discontinue if any allergic reactions (skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling of face, lips, etc.) are experienced.
Moxikind-TZ Tablet can cause drowsiness. Avoid the consumption of alcohol while you take this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Also, do not drive or perform any activity that needs mental alertness while you take Moxikind-TZ Tablet.
Moxikind-TZ Tablet can interact with other medications and health conditions. To make sure this Tablet is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have had any medical condition or disorders of the kidney, heart or liver, etc. Inform your doctor about any other medications that you are taking. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Moxikind-TZ Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Moxikind-TZ Tablet
Difficulty in breathing
Cough
Change in taste/ Metallic taste
Acid or sour stomach
Dizziness
Headache
Loss of appetite
Nausea and Vomiting
Dry mouth
Mood swings
Body pain
Stomach discomfort
Skin rash
Loose stools
Tooth discoloration
Painful or burning urination
Uses of Moxikind-TZ Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. This infection can occur in both men and women but it is asymptomatic in men. It may lead to abdominal pain, painful and foul-smelling vaginal discharge, vaginal itching, etc in women. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat this condition.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection of the vagina caused by an overgrowth of bacteria that live inside the vagina. Your vagina contains good and bad bacteria. Good bacteria helps to keep the vagina healthy. In cases of BV, there is an excess of bad bacteria which upsets the normal balance of vaginal bacteria. It is a common condition in women and can be treated by antibiotics. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat this condition.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral or anal sex without protection. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat Gonococcal infection.
Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. This bacteria is spread through contaminated food or water by a human carrier. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat typhoid fever.
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra (the lower opening of the bladder) and spreads through the ureters (tubes that propel urine from the kidneys to the bladder) and finally to the kidneys. Moxikind-TZ Tablet is used to treat Pyelonephritis.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The actual time Moxikind-TZ Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, it may start showing its effect in 1-2 hours after taking it orally.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
Moxikind-TZ Tablet may stay up to 72 hours in your body.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are on treatment with Moxikind-TZ Tablet. Symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, warmth, headache, dizziness and breathing difficulty should be reported to your doctor.Is this a habit forming medicine?
Moxikind-TZ Tablet has no habit forming tendency.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is not safe to use in pregnant women, especially in the 1st trimester. However, your doctor may prescribe you this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is known to pass into breastmilk. It may cause diarrhoea and skin allergy to the baby. Avoid breastfeeding while taking this medicine. Discuss the potential benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Moxikind-TZ Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is not safe to use in pregnant women, especially in the 1st trimester. However, your doctor may prescribe you this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast-feeding
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is known to pass into breastmilk. It may cause diarrhoea and skin allergy to the baby. Avoid breastfeeding while taking this medicine. Discuss the potential benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Blood cell count
In people with low blood cell count, prolong therapy with Moxikind-TZ Tablet is reported to further decrease the cell count. Your doctor may switch the therapy based on the clinical condition.
Antibiotic resistance
Finish your entire course of treatment with Moxikind-TZ Tablet, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (when infection-causing organisms develop the ability to defeat the effect of drugs designed to kill them). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea
Moxikind-TZ Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.
Driving or operating machinery
Moxikind-TZ Tablet may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine.
Neurologic Toxicity
Moxikind-TZ Tablet may cause neurological effects like convulsions and peripheral neuropathy. Inform your doctor if you have any neurological problems. Any symptoms like convulsions, tingling or burning sensation of hands and feet should be reported to your doctor.
Impaired liver function
Moxikind-TZ Tablet may cause liver injury. The levels of liver enzymes should be obtained before initiating the therapy. Any signs of elevation in the liver enzymes should be informed to your doctor. He may discontinue the treatment until the levels are normal.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take a Moxikind-TZ Tablet dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.
Overdose
Never take Moxikind-TZ Tablet more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
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Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are on treatment with Moxikind-TZ Tablet. Symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, warmth, headache, dizziness and breathing difficulty should be reported to your doctor.
Interaction with Medicine
Doxycycline
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Warfarin
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Atorvastatin
Disulfiram
Disease interactions
Mononucleosis
Mononucleosis (kissing disease) is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. It is spread through saliva. People with mononucleosis may develop a maculopapular skin rash (flat and small raised bumps on the skin) after 5-10 days of treatment with Moxikind-TZ Tablet that resolves within days of discontinuing the use. Moxikind-TZ Tablet may not be appropriate medicine in people with mononucleosis.
Colitis
Moxikind-TZ Tablet can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use Moxikind-TZ Tablet with extreme caution if you have stomach and intestinal diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen your condition.
Kidney Disease
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. People with medical conditions of the kidney need special consideration while taking Moxikind-TZ Tablet due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment may be done by the doctor based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Urine Sugar Test
Moxikind-TZ Tablet is moved out from the body via urine. High urine concentrations of Moxikind-TZ Tablet might give a false-positive result for the urine sugar test (test to determine the presence of glucose). Inform your doctor or lab technician about the use of Moxikind-TZ Tablet before doing this test.
Take Moxikind-TZ Tablet with food. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may lead to a recurrence of the infection making it difficult to treat.
Discontinue Moxikind-TZ Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver problems. Your dose may need to be adjusted in such a condition.
Do not crush, break or chew the tablet in your mouth.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Moxikind-TZ Tablet contains two antibiotics : Amoxycillin and Tinidazole.
Amoxicillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of a protective covering of bacteria.
Tinidazole kills the bacteria by damaging their DNA.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Penicillins, Nitroimidazole Derivatives
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Nov 2021
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